The Patriot Act broadened surveillance powers for anti-terrorism purposes.
The Patriot Act, officially known as the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act, was passed in response to the 9/11 attacks to expand the federal government's powers to legally use surveillance against individuals suspected of terrorism. This act granted permission for surveillance methods like wiretapping, seizing records, and monitoring online activities in efforts to combat potential threats.
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